Description of the upcoming festival:

In 2011, Scifest Africa celebrates fifteen years of bringing science to life for South Africans. “Science across Cultures” will pay tribute to the multi-cultural roots of science and technology and highlight the importance that indigenous knowledge systems and modern science have made to human kind.

We know that to remain globally competitive, we need more scientists in our country, that's why we continue to pursue our mission to enhance and deepen young South Africans’ passion for the sciences – encompassing Physical Science, Natural Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Chemistry and Innovation. We achieve that by creating real-world learning experiences for youngsters, providing the spark that will ignite their passion and give them the energy to take it further....and to achieve beyond their wildest dreams, not just for themselves but for their community and our country.

Scifest Africa is seven days of exploration and satisfying your curiosity. Marvel at the wonders of scientific advancement by visiting the exhibitions, attend the lectures and workshops and meet the scientists - many of them started out just like you, talk to them and ask questions - use your visit to ask and find out more.